Maintenance Mechanic

Summary

This position is located at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Battle Creek VA Medical Center. The incumbent to the position works within the Structural Maintenance Section of Facilities Management Service and works under the direct supervision of the Structural Maintenance Section Supervisor. The incumbent performs a variety of tasks including the maintenance and repair of architectural components of buildings requiring the use of various skilled trades and practices.

Duties

• Major duties of this position include but are not limited to: Carpentry: Construction, alteration, repair or modification of items or structures including, but not limited to walls, ceilings, flooring systems, framework, rafters, doors, hardware, paneling, windows, furniture, interior and exterior trim, staircases, trusses, beams, cabinets, countertops, and interior & exterior signage. Installs and repairs sloped and flat roofs with a variety of material including shingles, EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomor), and TPO (Thermoplastic Olefin). Movement and installation of office furniture Plaster/Drywall: Surface preparation, application of special coatings, application techniques, installation and finish of plaster and drywall systems. Painting: Mixing, applying and finishing paint coatings in any of the accepted trade methods. Determine the methods, techniques, devices and materials that are best suited to the finish required. Installation of wallcoverings, Ceramic Tile/Flooring: Repair, alteration, removal, and installation of various flooring systems. These systems will include floor tile (both vinyl and ceramic), linoleum, vinyl sheet goods (including seamless flooring), and carpeting. Masonry/Concrete: Installation and repair of brick, block, stone, and concrete in the construction or repair of partitions, walls, walkways, fireplaces, floors, door frames and stone. Performs other related duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:30 Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/93909A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/16/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Weight handled by the incumbent unassisted will normally be 50 pounds, and with assistance, 100 pounds or more. Uses lifting devices or obtains assistance in moving heavy items. Works from ladders, scaffolding and/or platforms where systems are in hard-to-reach places, requiring incumbent to work in close quarters or cramped positions. Work requires hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate tools when installing assemblies and replacing defective components, coordination for reading equipment and establishing work limits, and color discrimination to recognize color codes. Work frequently requires stooping, stretching, bending and kneeling for long periods of time. Works indoors and outdoors, i.e., elevated structures and in cramped areas. Subject to discomfort from face masks and/or other protective devices where there is the possibility of exposure to toxic chemicals, noxious gases, fumes or acids. The incumbent is exposed to the dangers of moving equipment, working with electric tools, sharp metal edges, and toxic fumes while performing the duties of this position. There is also the danger of cuts, bruises, burns and respiratory ailments. Typical safety equipment required is safety shoes, safety glasses and hard hats.